SOLUTION: Solve the system by substitution method. x=8y-11 6x-6y=-24

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Question 985017: Solve the system by substitution method.
x=8y-11
6x-6y=-24
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The substitution needed is obvious. Simplify the second equation before you start that.

x-y=-4
and NOW substitute for x.